The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in South Africa is one of the leading scientific and technology research, development and implementation organisations in Africa. It undertakes directed research and development for socio-economic growth.
Unique laser welding method developed for Denel rocket motor casings
Denel, the largest manufacturer of defence equipment in South Africa, is currently collaborating with the CSIR National Laser Centre on the use of laser welding in the manufacturing of rocket motor casings.
Volkswagen South Africa collaborates with the CSIR National Laser Centre
The CSIR National Laser Centre has been serving industry, especially the automotive industry with the development of prototype parts and limited production of components for local and internationally-produced motor vehicles, for some time.
Welding engineer published in prestigious Welding in the World
Corney van Rooyen, a metallurgical/welding engineer at the CSIR working in the laser materials processing research unit, recently published a paper in the prestigious publication Welding in the World.
Yet another accomplishment for laser researcher Daniel Esser
CSIR National Laser Centre researcher Daniel Esser was recently awarded a prize for the best oral presentation by a research engineer at the 2008 annual Engineering Doctorate Conference held in Edinburgh.
